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Prevent Poultry Building Fires

One of the ways Nationwide supports its members is by maintaining an extensive database of losses, including causes when they are identifiable. This database enables Nationwide to identify trends and offer insights to members to help prevent losses, including the loss of poultry buildings due to fires.

AG Safety Matters

Regardless of the industry, workers who allow passengers to ride along on equipment intended to transport only one personare asking for an accident. However, some employees may not realize how dangerous this practice is. Pay attention to the following so you can understand why extra riders on farm, construction, lawn or other heavy equipment is dangerous.

Safety Matters

Keeping outdoor walking surfaces—such as parking lots and sidewalks—clear of ice in the winter is a crucial practice at many workplaces. Not only does ice removal offer aesthetic benefits, it can also help keep you, your coworkers and the general public (e.g., customers or passersby) protected from the risk of slips and trips on the job site. With this in mind, here’s how you can play your part in promoting effective and safe de-icing measures at the workplace this winter .

Commercial Property Insights

Adverse weather conditions can threaten the structural integrity of a building. In particular, snowfall can lead to snow load–induced structural failures, including partial or complete collapse. This article discusses the potential damage snow can do to commercial properties and what you can do before, during and after a major snow event to prevent structural failures.

Risk Insights: Transportation & Warehousing

Inclement weather can pose serious dangers both to truck drivers and warehouse employees. It is important that they are prepared to handle the cold, rain and snow. In addition, it is your responsibility as an employer to establish and communicate policies in the event of inclement weather.

Safety Focused

There are many tasks that may require you to lift heavy objects on the job. Although these everyday tasks may seem harmless, they have the potential to cause serious injuries that can permanently impact your life if they aren’t performed safely.